Matthew Lacaze
About Matthew Lacaze
Matthew Lacaze is a System Administrator at Copan Diagnostics, Inc., with extensive experience in IT systems management and network monitoring. He has a diverse work history that includes roles as a food delivery driver and instructor, and he holds a Microsoft Certified Engineer credential.
Work at Copan Diagnostics
Matthew Lacaze has been employed at Copan Diagnostics, Inc. as a System Administrator since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for managing and maintaining IT systems critical to the company's operations. His work includes server patch management and ensuring the backup and restoration of critical systems. He has developed expertise in managing Windows Server environments, including active directory, DNS, DHCP, and file servers.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Copan Diagnostics, Matthew Lacaze held various positions in the tech and service industries. He worked as a Food Delivery Driver for DoorDash from 2015 to 2019 in the Orange County, California area. He also served as a driver for Uber and Lyft during overlapping periods from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he worked as a Delivery Driver for Amazon from 2016 to 2018 in Riverside, California. His early career included roles as a Cashier at Target and as a Realtor at Signature Real Estate Group.
Education and Certifications
Matthew Lacaze studied at California Technical Academy, where he achieved the Microsoft Certified Engineer certification from 2017 to 2018. He also attended South West Saints Academy, earning his High School Diploma between 2007 and 2010. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in IT systems and network management.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Matthew Lacaze possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his role as a System Administrator. He is proficient in deploying and managing Ubiquity mesh WAPs and switches. He has extensive experience with backup and recovery solutions using Veeam for SQL and virtual machines. Additionally, he is skilled in managing network monitoring through PRTG Network Monitoring tools and has experience with Dell SonicWALL, VMware ESXI, and Cisco Meraki infrastructure.
Teaching Experience
Matthew Lacaze worked as an Associate Instructor at California Technical Academy from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to the education of students in technical subjects, leveraging his expertise in IT systems and network management to provide practical knowledge and skills.